Find Support Groups
Locate caregiver support groups, illness-specific communities, and peer support networks.
Caregiver Support Groups
Family Caregiver Alliance Groups
State-by-state directory of caregiver support groups nationwide.
ARCH National Respite Locator
Find caregiver support and respite services in your area.
AARP Caregiver Community
Online forums and local support groups for family caregivers.
AgingCare Caregiver Forum
Online community for caregivers to share advice and support.
Cancer Support Groups
American Cancer Society Groups
Free cancer support groups for patients and caregivers.
Cancer Support Community
Local and online support groups for cancer patients and families.
Cancer Survivors Network
Online community connecting cancer patients and survivors.
Livestrong Support Services
Free cancer support resources and navigation services.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Support
Alzheimer's Association Groups
In-person and online support groups for caregivers and families.
ALZConnected Online Community
Message boards and support for Alzheimer's caregivers.
Dementia Support Group Network
Find local dementia caregiver support groups and resources.
Lewy Body Dementia Association
Support groups for Lewy body dementia patients and caregivers.
Heart Disease & Stroke Support
American Heart Association Network
Support groups for heart disease and stroke survivors.
Stroke Support Groups
Connect with stroke survivors and caregivers in your community.
Mended Hearts
Peer-to-peer support for heart disease patients and families.
Heart Failure Support
Resources and community for people living with heart failure.
Rare Disease & Chronic Illness
NORD Disease Communities
Connect with rare disease patient organizations and support.
ALS Association Support Groups
Support groups for ALS patients and caregivers nationwide.
Parkinson's Foundation Groups
Find Parkinson's disease support groups in your area.
MS Support Groups
Multiple sclerosis patient and caregiver support communities.
Online & Virtual Support
Inspire Health Communities
Online support groups for hundreds of health conditions.
PatientsLikeMe
Share experiences and find community with similar health journeys.
HealthUnlocked Communities
Social network for health with peer support groups.
CareZone Community
Organize care and connect with others managing chronic conditions.
Getting Started with Support Groups
Support groups provide a safe space to share experiences, learn from others, and feel less alone. You're welcome to just listen at first—there's no pressure to share until you're ready. Most groups are free and led by trained facilitators or peers who understand your journey. Try both online and in-person options to find what works best for you.